Inspiration

December 21: The Virtue of Fortitude

Preparing our heart in Advent. Read, Reflect, Respond

Read: Those who trust in the Lord will find new strength. They will soar high on wings like eagles. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not faint. Isaiah 40:31

Reflect: Living in the Cardinal Virtue of Fortitude. Fortitude is to remain firm in the midst of difficulty and be constant in the pursuit of good. When I cling to God, I live with courage and fortitude. This allows me to possess myself. I can face adversity with patience from an inner vision of mercy. Infused with God’s faith, hope and love, I can bear the good fruit of patience, kindness and goodness.

Fortitude is the disposition of the soul which enables us to despise all inconveniences and the loss of things not in our power.

St. Augustine

Respond: Lord, help me soar high on eagles wings with my strength and trust in you.

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